Regional Cricket Manager - Metro South

At WA Cricket, we believe cricket is a game for everyone.  As our Regional Cricket Manager - Metropolitan South, you'll lead a high-performing team dedicated to creating positive, inclusive experiences for children, clubs, schools and communities. If you're passionate about community sport and driven to make a difference through participation and engagement, we'd love to hear from you.

About the Role

Cricket is a game that can be enjoyed by everyone, it’s fun, exciting and action packed! 

The Regional Cricket Manager role will manage a small team to assist the community, in the metropolitan south region, in growing cricket for 5-12 year olds with a focus on participation, connection and inclusion. 

The role will be working alongside community stakeholders to create brilliant experiences in clubs, local communities and programs throughout the Metropolitan South Region.

Located at the WACA Ground, the position reports through to the Area Manager Metro Perth.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team in one of three specified regions in the Perth metropolitan area to drive WA Cricket’s strategic objectives around participation growth and pathways and positive experiences, with a priority focus on 5–12-year-olds and inclusion and diversity.

• Use data and insights to inform the targeted implementation of strategies to achieve these strategy objectives.

• Increase the reach and impact of cricket in communities with little or no engagement through innovative approaches and initiatives, informed by data and insights.

• Ensure direct reports develop and implement strategies designed to engage their key stakeholders across schools and community and assist in effectively leveraging those stakeholder relationships.

• Ensure strong collaboration between direct reports and the Community Cricket specialist staff to ensure clear lines of communication and accountabilities.

• Contribute strategically to and work collaboratively with the Metropolitan Perth Area Team and wider WA Cricket departments

• Lead and support a team that is engaged, high performing and delivers outcomes against strategy.

• Support the Area Manager to manage area and portfolio budgets.

• Build strong relationships with relevant State and Local Government authorities.

• Leverage the profile of the Women’s and Men’s BBL to increase participation.

About you

To succeed in this role, you will need the following:

Essential

• Demonstrated ability to lead, inspire and develop teams;

• Well-developed stakeholder engagement and influencing skills;

• Demonstrated ability to think and plan strategically;

• Demonstrated ability to deliver on outcomes and results;

• Sound analytical skills;

• Strong written and verbal communication skills;

• Sound understanding of community sport development and participation trends;

• Computer literacy; and

• Financial management.

Desirable

• Sound knowledge of the WA Community cricket sector; and

• Commercial acumen 

Here’s what you can look forward to

Our people benefits include Membership passes to all cricket games at the WACA Ground and at Optus Stadium, convenient onsite gym access at a discounted rate, Birthday Leave, salary packaging, employee recognition program, discounts on cricket merchandise, corporate health insurance discount, corporate partner discounts, flexible work arrangements, professional development opportunities and more!

A little bit about us

At WA Cricket, we’re proud to lead the way in Australian sport, developing inspiring players, building an inclusive and energetic cricket community, and creating meaningful social impact. The iconic WACA Ground is the home of the Perth Scorchers, our WA Men’s and Women’s teams, and the WA Cricket Foundation.

As the WACA Ground evolves into a vibrant, sustainable community and sporting hub, cricket remains firmly at its heart.

Our culture

At WA Cricket, we champion a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. We’re committed to providing a safe environment for children. Our culture is grounded in our values Excellence, Collaboration, Inclusion and Celebration which guide how we show up for each other and our community, every day.

Want to join our team?

If you feel this role is for you, we would love to hear from you!  Please submit your resume and cover letter outlining your relevant experience by 11 September 2026.

Applications will be reviewed as they are received, and the position may close without notice.

If you would like to receive a copy of the job description or would like any further information, please contact **@wacricket.com.au or call 9265 7273.

Sometimes your personal circumstances may mean you need a bit of extra support to apply for this position. Just get in touch with the People & Culture team, by email or phone.